What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Service Tech position at Vista?
Vista Aircraft Maintenance is seeking to hire a Line Service Technician to join our maintenance team at our Part 145 Repair Station in Van Nuys, CA. The Line Service Technician is a front-line position responsible for supporting all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, flight crews, and passengers and maintaining aircraft appearance.
Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises an unrivalled fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista can prioritize the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing a seamless service to clients globally.
The salary range for this position is $25 to $29 per hour.
Line Service Technicians handle fuels, flammable substances, and other hazardous materials. Due to the nature of the work, strict adherence to safety procedures is essential. The airport ramp is a high-noise environment, requiring the use of appropriate hearing protection. Operating vehicles and maneuvering aircraft near people, buildings, and other aircraft demands heightened awareness and caution.
Your Responsibilities
Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises an unrivalled fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista can prioritize the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing a seamless service to clients globally.
The salary range for this position is $25 to $29 per hour.
Line Service Technicians handle fuels, flammable substances, and other hazardous materials. Due to the nature of the work, strict adherence to safety procedures is essential. The airport ramp is a high-noise environment, requiring the use of appropriate hearing protection. Operating vehicles and maneuvering aircraft near people, buildings, and other aircraft demands heightened awareness and caution.
Your Responsibilities
- Marshall and wing-walk aircraft
- Tow aircraft (upon successful completion of training)
- Service aircraft lavatories and potable water systems
- De-fuel and fuel aircraft in accordance with ATA Specification 103
- Load and unload baggage
- Clean and detail aircraft interiors and exteriors
- Perform daily ramp checks to ensure aircraft are locked and secure
- Complete scheduled checklists, audits, and inspections as assigned
- Assist pilots with pre-flight and post-flight services
- Operate, inspect, and perform general maintenance on ground support equipment
- Assist other departments as needed, including facility cleaning and miscellaneous tasks
- Provide basic security for personnel and property
- Direct individuals, drivers, and flight crews within the ramp area
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language
- Pass pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing, background checks and submit to random testing when required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, direct interface, over telephone, email and in writing
- Must be comfortable with working outdoors, day, night and in all weather conditions
- Stepping up/down on ladders, tugs and fuel trucks, scissor lifts
- Lifting baggage from ground level to waist and overhead while loading aircraft, up to 75 pounds
- Standing and walking for extended periods of time, running when required
- Good hand-eye coordination with good peripheral vision
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately
- Life Insurance and Long/Short term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Empty Leg Flight Benefits
- Company Culture: Industry leader in private aviation with numerous career advancement opportunities. Certified™ Great Place to Work®
- Commitment to Safety and Excellence: Wyvern Wingman® Certified
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Over 4,000 aviation experts operating out of 35 offices globally, with modern, state-of-the-art maintenance facilities.
- Luxury World Class Fleet: Our fleet is comprised of highly sought after aircraft, provided with white-glove opulent service that is guided by an obsessive attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Salary : $25 - $29